2005 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 2005 Kia Sportage
To start off, both 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 and 2005 Kia Sportage were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Kia Sportage (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Beijing BJ 2021. (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2005 Beijing BJ 2021. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Kia Sportage weights approximately 160 kg more than 2005 Beijing BJ 2021. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Beijing BJ 2021. (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Beijing BJ 2021. 2005 Kia Sportage has automatic transmission and 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 has manual transmission. 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Kia Sportage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Beijing BJ 2021 | 2005 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Beijing | Kia |
Model | BJ 2021 | Sportage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Size | 2466 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |